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Gardening Tips For Summer

By Vijayalakshmi

The polluted and crowded cities has made us crave for more greenery around us to get a fresh breath of air. Luckily, many people still leave some space in front of their house for lawns or gardens. However, due to hectic work and commitments many plants in the garden are left unattended leading to the death of plants and creepers. At the same time, we lack the essential tools that are required for gardening. Instead, we randomly use any tools for gardening.

We hardly give any importance to our lawns which leaves them dull and dry. Garden gives a sense of freshness to your lives so its time that you spend few minutes everyday to renovate it. Make sure you continue decorating your garden by experimenting and planting different saplings. Also make sure you are using the required tools that are essential for making your garden look neat and presentable.

With the arrival of summer, gardening becomes extremely important as the plants in the garden tends to get dried up. Here are few gardening tips for summer that will help you to make your garden look presentable easily:

Gardening Tips For Summer

Garden Fork
If you are planning to create a garden or lawn in a small space, make sure you have a garden fork. This tools is a must for beginners. Use a good quality garden fork to make the job easier and interesting. A garden fork is an essential tool, ideal for digging heavy soil and also aerating lawns.

Watering Cans
Summer has arrived and watering becomes the main task when it comes to lawns/gardens. You can save a lot of water by using containers instead of pipes. This can be very essential if you have a small garden. Use a full watering can to soak the roots of new plantings and for large potted trees and shrubs.

Fertilisers
Keeping your garden lush green depends on how rich is the soil. Apply granular or liquid lawn fertiliser at least once a year. But make sure you do not overfeed because it may result in weak growth and fungal problems.

Theme Your Planting
Summer has arrived and you need to think about making your garden look fresh all day. Due to time constraint you might not be able to water your plants every day, so plant those saplings which do not get dried easily and that can resist harsh sunlight. Choose large leafy plants or tropical plants which suits gravel gardens.

These are few ways that can definitely make your garden or lawn look presentable.

Story first published: Wednesday, March 6, 2013, 19:56 [IST]
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